Hybrid Home+School (formerly The Classical School)

A program designed for home school families from kindergarten to 12th grade.

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Welcome to The First Academy | Hybrid Home+School!

The Hybrid Home+School (formerly The Classical School) is a division of The First Academy, a well-respected conventional Christian school that has been serving Orlando since 1987.

The Hybrid Home+School, founded in 2000, is a program designed for home school families and offers classes from kindergarten through grade 12. It offers academic classes that center on critical thinking skills within a Christian context. Athletic opportunities are available in most sports through The First Academy’s Athletics Department.

The Hybrid program is designed for students (K-12th Grade) to receive instruction on Mondays and Wednesdays or Tuesdays and Thursdays in a traditional classroom setting. The instruction is parent-led the other three days with content provided by the Hybrid Home+School. HHS students receive standardized testing, and the ability to participate in selected TFA sports and activities.

Looking to enroll? Check out our HHS Admissions page for details on how to get started!

Hybrid Home+School students follow a rigorous, Christ-centered curriculum for every grade level, from early reading and foundational math in the lower grades to advanced sciences, literature, and electives in high school.

Our approach includes:

  • Trusted curriculum resources such as Bob Jones University Press and the Institute for Excellence in Writing that build strong grammar, structure, and composition skills
  • Biblical worldview integrated across all lessons so students learn to see every subject through the lens of faith
  • Same Senior Thesis requirement as TFA’s five-day program, providing a unified capstone experience
  • Standardized testing to monitor progress and ensure students meet academic benchmarks
  • College-style scheduling that teaches time management, accountability, and self-discipline

Hybrid Home+School students can take part in the same athletics, arts, and campus events that make TFA such a vibrant community. Families choose the level of participation that fits their schedule and interests, from joining a sports team to attending a chapel service or school-wide celebration.

Opportunities include:

  • Athletics in lower, middle, and upper school through TFA’s award-winning programs
  • Fine arts and clubs such as ballet, musical theatre, orchestral strings, ceramics, chess, and Lego robotics
  • Field trips and service projects that connect classroom learning with real-world experiences
  • Campus traditions like the Father-Daughter Dance, pep rallies, and All-School Chapel